After many failed attempts at gardening we finally decided to build raised grow-beds. This is our second season, and, wow, what a difference it has made! We have also found that with the garden closer to the house we have fed less wild animals and more humans. This spring and summer have been wet and mild so far, and have really been good for the garden. We hope to improve our skills over time and expand the garden.
Blackberries and Raspberries are doing great. Brenda has put up 50 pints of jam.
Controled beds make weeding and watering alot easier.
We are really looking forward to the salsa. Last year's salsa ran out just last week, so the tomatoes need to ripen soon!!!
The Crape Murtles are really pretty this year.
It's been a good spring and summer for gardening. Brenda has put up pickles, jam, and some peppers so far. Tomatoes are starting to ripen. Potatoes are ready to dig, and squash is on the table. We are looking forward to some success this year. The bees are doing well and we should see around 100lbs of honey. We've set some goals relative to production and storage and we are finding that the Lord is quick to bless our efforts.
3 comments:
Awesome you guys! It looks great...my one tomato plant is not doing to well...hopefully I can perk it up! Love you all TONS TONS TONS!
Ooohh...I am so jealous! What beautiful pictures too. I'm looking forward to that jam mom is making. I need some for my pancakes!! And Jonny started drooling just thinking about the salsa! That last picture of he garden and the house is awesome. What a blessing. Love you guys! Can't wait to see you in a few days :)
Wow! How lucky you are to have all of those around you! I bet that jam and salsa is great! You better enjoy sarah next week because I'll be missing her here in Kansas :) I know she is so excited to come out!
-Kate (Payne... jonny's little sister) Lowe
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